DECATHLON OLAIAN Men's Full Surfing Wetsuit Neoprene 4/3mm - SWS 900CW

Our team of designers has developed a wetsuit that is perfectly suited to surfing and bodyboarding in cold water (12oC to 17oC) for up to 3 hours This wetsuit offers optimal thermal protection in cold water. Its flexibility gives you excellent freedom of movement. Keeps you protected for sessions up to 3 hours.

Our team of designers has developed a wetsuit that is perfectly suited to surfing and bodyboarding in cold water (12oC to 17oC) for up to 3 hours

How to choose the right wetsuit?(Part 1)The first selection criterion when choosing a surfing wetsuit is the water temperature. Water temperature varies according to the location and the time of the year. Systematically make sure that the water temperature at your spot corresponds to the recommended temperature range: Warm water above 20oC. Temperate water between 17 and 22oC. Cold water between 12 and 17oC. Very cold water between 7 and 12oC. Visit the site seatemperature.org to find out the temperature of your spot.

How to choose the right wetsuit?(Part 2)The 2nd criterion to take into account is the length of your sessions. If your sessions last less than an hour, the 100 models will be suitable. For up to 2 hours, opt for the 500 models and for up to 3 hours, the 900 models. Compared to the 100 models, the 500 models will be warmer (and more watertight) and more efficient at reducing fatigue (more freedom of movement) and irritation. The same is true for the 900 models compared with the 500 models.NB: the 900 models are easier to put on.

Choose the right sizeTo make the most of the features of your wetsuit, it is necessary to choose the correct size. A surfing wetsuit should be a very tight fit and there should be no visible folds. When dry, it is perfectly normal to feel like it is too tight, this discomfort disappears as soon as the wetsuit gets wet. If you choose a wetsuit that is too big, folds will appear, you will experience irritation and thermal insulation will be reduced (letting in water).Try it on before you buy it!

MaterialsThis 900 4/3 OLAIAN wetsuit is made of genuine neoprene to guarantee greater thermal insulation. The neoprene is lined with synthetic fabric for added abrasion resistance. Neoprene thickness: 4 and 3 mm. Neoprene is a closed-cell polychloroprene elastomeric foam with trapped nitrogen bubbles that have insulating properties. We test and guarantee the thermal quality of our neoprene materials.

NeckThe neck finish has been developed to limit irritation. According to the sensitivity of the wearer, a UV top can be worn under the wetsuit to reduce the risk of irritation. The application of grease (e.g. Vaseline) in friction areas (neck, underarms) is also recommended if wearing the wetsuit for long periods. Make sure the flap is always inside the wetsuit to limit the risk of irritation with the zip and the neck.

FasteningOur zips and fastenings are laboratory tested in order to ensure an optimal lifespan and good resistance to salt water. We have put the zip at the back of the wetsuit for more comfort during surf sports (when lying down to paddle).

Watertight assemblyThe seams are stitched and glued for a watertight seal and durability. The seams are blind-stitched, which means the thread does not pass through the entire thickness of the neoprene and so prevents water from getting through. The absence of threads on the inside avoids irritation and chafing. Patches for comfort and reinforcement are strategically placed on the inside in sensitive areas.

Key pocketThere is a key pocket under the zip flap

Anti-chafing designWe designed this product with seamless panels under the arms to limit irritation due to the repetitive paddling movements associated with surf sports.

Multi-water sports wetsuitsOur wetsuits are designed to meet the needs of the most demanding surfers. Our design choices also make them compatible with other water sports such as kitesurfing, windsurfing, wakeboarding, water skiing, sea wading or SUP (stand up paddle boarding).

Eco-designOur 900 range wetsuits are made from limestone-based neoprene. The black colour of the neoprene, called Eco Carbon Black, is obtained by recycling used tyres. The glue used to assemble the textile and neoprene, called Aquaglue, is water-based and solvent-free. The dope dyeing yarn dyeing process used for the black colour is very water efficient and environmentally friendly.

What is the OLAIAN brand?OLAIAN, DECATHLON'S SURFING BRANDBased in Hendaye, in South West France, OLAIAN is Decathlon's surfing brand. In our offices at the water's edge, we can design a surfing wetsuit and then on the same day test it directly in real practice conditions.

This wetsuit offers optimal thermal protection in cold water. Its flexibility gives you excellent freedom of movement. Keeps you protected for sessions up to 3 hours.

Freedom of movement Stretch component on the arms and shouldersDiagonal front zip Minimal stitching

Easy dressing Diagonal front zip

Waterproof Glued and blind stitched 4 & 3 mm neoprene + taped seams

Reduced chafing all of the seams are taped on the inside for increased comfort

Quick drying Synthetic lining

Our team of designers has developed a wetsuit that is perfectly suited to surfing and bodyboarding in cold water (12oC to 17oC) for up to 3 hours

Freedom of movement
Stretch component on the arms and shouldersDiagonal front zip Minimal stitching

Easy dressing
Diagonal front zip

Waterproof
Glued and blind stitched 4 & 3 mm neoprene + taped seams

Reduced chafing
all of the seams are taped on the inside for increased comfort

Quick drying
Synthetic lining